Word
masonic
Phoneticsma·son·ic
US/məˈsɑnɪk/
UK/mæsˈɒnɪk/
Definition
adj. relating to the Freemasons, a large and very old secret society for men. It describes things like their buildings, symbols, or private meetings.
adj. relating to the Freemasons, a fraternal organization characterized by secret rituals and symbols. Often describes architectural styles, social lodges, or ceremonial regalia.
Examples
“The old building has several masonic symbols on the front.”
“The town's history museum is located in a former masonic lodge built in the early twentieth century.”
“Scholars of secret societies often analyze masonic iconography to understand how Enlightenment values were transmitted through private fraternal networks across Europe and the Americas.”
Examples
simple
“The old building has several masonic symbols on the front.”
contextual
“The town's history museum is located in a former masonic lodge built in the early twentieth century.”
complex
“Scholars of secret societies often analyze masonic iconography to understand how Enlightenment values were transmitted through private fraternal networks across Europe and the Americas.”
Usage
Typically used attributively before a noun; often capitalized in formal contexts.
Real-World Examples
“He is a tall, physically imposing presence, who wears a masonic ring, favours a cravat and has been known to seal his letters with a wax stamp.” Etymology
From Mason (“Freemason”) + -ic.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.